Every Year Nigerians like to bake something called a Fruit Cake for Christmas…but how did something that was traditionally eaten by roman soldiers make it to Nigeria. Well, lets dive in….Fruitcake doesn't exactly have the best reputation. Although it has the word "cake" in it, it's nothing like the birthday cake you're probably used to. Made with dried fruits and lots of nuts, fruitcake is typically on the more dry side, with no sweet sugary frosting or add-ons to be found. Still, this is one food item that has a surprising history—it's been around for much longer than you would think.
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